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Saif Ali Khan Starts Shooting Ritesh Batra’s New Period Drama
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 08:03 AM
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Actor Saif Ali Khan has commenced filming for director Ritesh Batra’s upcoming period drama, marking the first shoot of the project.
Bollywood veteran Saif Ali Khan stepped onto the set today to begin filming for director Ritesh Batra’s latest period drama. The shoot marks the first day of production for a project that has generated interest following Batra’s critically acclaimed film The Lunchbox.
Ritesh Batra, known for his nuanced storytelling and visual style, is venturing into a historical setting for this new venture. While details about the storyline and time‑period remain under wraps, the collaboration between the acclaimed director and the seasoned actor is being closely watched by industry insiders.
The production is currently underway in India, with the crew focusing on establishing the visual tone and period‑specific set pieces. Both Khan and Batra have indicated enthusiasm about the film’s creative direction, suggesting that the final product could add a distinctive chapter to contemporary Indian cinema.
The film, which is yet to be titled, is expected to join the slate of upcoming releases slated for the next few years, though no official release date has been announced.
Ritesh Batra, known for his nuanced storytelling and visual style, is venturing into a historical setting for this new venture. While details about the storyline and time‑period remain under wraps, the collaboration between the acclaimed director and the seasoned actor is being closely watched by industry insiders.
The production is currently underway in India, with the crew focusing on establishing the visual tone and period‑specific set pieces. Both Khan and Batra have indicated enthusiasm about the film’s creative direction, suggesting that the final product could add a distinctive chapter to contemporary Indian cinema.
The film, which is yet to be titled, is expected to join the slate of upcoming releases slated for the next few years, though no official release date has been announced.